Senna (Cassia) alata (Linn.) Roxb. leaf decoction as a treatment for tinea imbricata in an indigenous tribe in Southern Philippines.
Kathleen May V Eusebio-AlpaparaBelen Lardizabal DofitasCherry Lou A Balita-CrisostomoGiselle Marie S Tioleco-VerLilibeth E JandocMa Lorna F FrezPublished in: Mycoses (2020)
This is the first study that showed the potential of a community-prepared leaf decoction as a treatment option for tinea imbricata. Larger clinical trials establishing its efficacy, effectiveness and safety profile are recommended to enable its promotion among the indigenous people and health authorities as an accessible and affordable treatment for tinea imbricata.